Saturday, June 4, 2011

Winner of This Round - Hamlet!

The weather the last couple of days could not be more beautiful! The warmth of the sun and cooler temperatures has given everyone more energy! We started our afternoon with a round of frisbee.

~Hamlet~

Once the dogs were worn out, we came back in just in time to get a call from the vet about the results of Hamlet's culture. I was so sure it would be bad news for him, just goes to show you what I don't know. Last time there were six different kinds of bacteria found in this same wound. This time there are only two. One is a strain of e-coli, but it's not the 'really bad' one that was there last time. The other is a staff infection. The bottom line is that it's treatable with the antibiotic Augmentin that we'll put him on for 6 weeks. I don't know if it's because I'm still worn out, but I found myself feeling humbled and thankful for this news. I know it doesn't mean that this will be the end of the problems with this tumor--I know it is going to continue to grow and be an ongoing problem. But I feel like right here and right now now, we've won this round against it.

51 comments:

What a beautiful peony. Those are such lovely flowers. I miss being able to grow them here in the desert. My daughter and her husband are going through something very similar with their dog. What a worry for you all. I hope things start going better!

We are so happy to hear the report on Hamlet.So well said;I know it doesn't mean that this will be the end of the problems with this tumor--I know it is going to continue to grow and be an ongoing problem. But I feel like right here and right now now, we've won this round against it.

Yea Hamlet!! Our Mom took Augmentin when she had that throat infection that wouldn't go away. It made her tummy upset, but it cured the infection. We all needed some good news, it feels like it's been a long time since we've had any.Morgan, Tsar and the Porties

Yay for Hamlet! That's wonderful news and I'm so happy to hear it. I think you should pour a stiff drink (alcoholic or not - my current favourite is a virgin Mojito - yum!), sit on your beautiful porch surrounded by your lovely family and have a toast to life and surviving really bad weeks. Here's to you!

ditto to everything you said. When we take care of our babies that are sick and older, we are able to see the good in the news. I think that it is good news too and we just take one day a time. You know it could be so much worse and are grateful for the positives.Yea for Hamlet!!!!Hugs and kisses to all

So glad to hear it's good news for Hamlet.So now you can "take arms against a sea of troubles and by opposing end them"!! Mommy made us study Hamlet. hehe.Smooches from pooches,BabyRocketDog and Hootie

What wonderful news! Kim, I so admire your attitude. Realistic enough to know the battle is not over and compassionate enough to appreciate this day...this news...this dog for every good day you have with him.

Paws and fingers still crossed here, not only for Hamlet, but for you and all in this time of change and stress.

Hi Kim, that joy, that despite good news todo.Me happy to know that by now all is quiet. (let's Hamlet, force) Pity the poor charlie can not say the same ... (please do not re-cut hair that way) it is beautiful with all its curls! kisses to everyone and take care. Pamela and Family

Hi KimThe news that came today,,"made for a very good day"We are all pulling - right along side of you-- for sweet Hamlet.The white peony is go goreous.,, I think we can smell it,,sweet dreams to alllovetweedles

I want you to know Kim, I have a bit of hesitation coming to your site and it's not that I don't love it because I do; I'm so fearful I will log on and something will have happened to Hamlet so I am joyful and elated with the news of the report of the cultures. Thank you God!Also, Charlie is beautiful regardless of his haircut and I'm certain so much cooler in this heat!

Oh Kim I am so happy to hear this news! I had so hoped as I prayed this morning that I would see a post about Hamlet that would be encouraging and I am thrilled for you both today! Go Hamlet!!!Love you all....Tina xo

hi kim...i left a comment earlier for sweet Hamlet but i don't see it...but YES !!!! hurrah for hamlet...what a beautiful dog...and thank you for the info on the mushroom...someone mentioned japanese parasol..but they weren't sure... they sure are cute though

followed you over from Farmhouse kitchen...anyone who has such a book with that mushroom sounded interesting..and then I see you are an animal LOVER.....okay I'm in...bless your heart..your big big heart..

Oh my gosh! Bless your heart! Goldens are my favorite. They are just the sweetest! Love your photo on June 2nd with them all on the porch. The two in the back look just like our last goldens, Clifford and Timber. I miss them terribly. After Clifford was gone, we got a golden-doodle, Henri', and now Timber is gone, so it's just Henri'. Love the snow pix, love them all! What a life with all those goldens! Will return!

Yayayayay!!!!! SOOOOOO happy to read this good bit of news - you go, dear Hamlet - way to rock the evil C!!! Also... we can just Picture the frisbee game in the cooler weather - hope the better temps remain!Hugs xoxoxoSammie, Avalon and Oz

A Little About Me...

In 2007 my dream of living in the country and sharing it with senior Golden Retrievers came true when we moved to a small town in Northern Virginia into a home that would become 'Golden Pines.' Our lives are now filled with more rescued Golden Retrievers than I'll admit to, a Wheaten Terrier, a lively little Scottie and a very tolerant cat. This blog chronicles snippets of a life in the country that has truly 'gone to the dogs!'